Definition of Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

1. Noun. An academy that gives annual awards for achievements in motion picture production and performance.

Generic synonyms: Academy, Honorary Society

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Literary usage of Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Hollywood & the Best of Los Angeles Alive! by Robert White, Phyllis White (2002)
"Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences 8949 Wilshire Boulevard tr 310-247-3000 This building houses a theater and the offices of the Academy. ..."

2. Historic Building Interiors: An Annotated Bibliography by Anne Grimmer (1994)
"The large rooms and windowless spaces ideally lent themselves to adaptation for the library and archives of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. ..."

3. Biblio-Cal Notes (1873)
"On April 27, 1977, the staff of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences rolled out their red carpet for the So. California Local History Council. ..."

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